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Tool Shop: RedCritter

- by Brian Bozzuto

There is enormous untapped potential in a project management tool that can leverage agile, social and gaming principles to enhance team productivity and collaboration. RedCritter has launched its first shot at this emerging target, and the hit-and-miss results get a hands-on review here.

Mindjet Acquires Cohuman

- by ProjectsAtWork

Mindjet is also introducing a cloud-based collaboration service and a new version of its collaborative work management solution.

PPM Solutions: August 2011

- by ProjectsAtWork

A wide variety of technology solutions and services are available to help organizations implement, customize and improve their project portfolio management processes. Here is our August roundup of recent updates and announcements from CA, Daptiv, Innotas, Oracle Primavera, Planview, PowerSteering, Rally and others.

PM Apps on the Rise

- by Mary Yanocha

There are now more than 240 PM-related apps for the iPhone and iPad. One of the latest contains 675 flashcards to help individuals preparing for the PMP exam or seeking PDUs for re-certification.

This Just In…

- by ProjectsAtWork

The Agile2011 Conference drew more than 1,600 attendees to Salt Lake City, where dozens of companies showcased new technology solutions and training offerings. Here is a recap from the busy exhibition floor.

Tool Shop: CollabNet

- by Will Kelly

CollabNet updates its TeamForge platform and ScrumWorks project management application, focusing on scaling agile to the enterprise through flexible reporting, ease of use and other enhancements.

Tool Shop: CA PPM

- by John D'Entremont

CA Technologies recently introduced a new version of its PPM solution. Among the updates is the integration of Chatter, a collaboration application from Salesforce.com.

Tool Shop: PM Compass

PM best practices may differ from company to company, but every organization needs relevant, actionable information to drive confident decision-making and reduce surprises. In this podcast, Jason Kinder and Andy Jordan discuss Deltek's PM Compass, a new platform built specifically for project leaders and program managers.

Tool Shop: LiquidPlanner 3.0

- by John D'Entremont

LiquidPlanner has revised its online project management software, with a focus on app-style planning features and cross-project scheduling and prioritization. This, along with a “social project management” approach, allows for a truly collaborative vibe on project teams.

PPM Solutions: April 2011

- by Projects@Work

A wide variety of technology solutions and services are available to help organizations implement, customize and improve their project portfolio management processes. Here is our April roundup of recent announcements from Daptiv, HP, Oracle, Planview and PowerSteering.

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TOOLS & TRAINING

     

Changepoint helps businesses gain competitive advantage and increase profitability through complete portfolio visibility, planning insight, process automation, and improved resource utilization throughout a customer’s lifecycle.

     

EPM Live provides easy to use Microsoft SharePoint Project and Work Management applications for everyone in an organization, from teams that want to work within individual workgroups, to organizations that want to utilize enterprise tools.

     

With Genius Project, leading project and portfolio management software, an organization can easily manage project in a collaborative way. Turn around time is quick, and as a result, project visibility and execution are enhanced.

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